Sarah Anne Rouhier

I love the concept, you don’t realize it’s the squirrel’s perspective until the very end when the child and squirrel meet!

Cover of picture book “Days Like This”

Artwork that shows two different views of a sunrise

Artwork that shows two different views of a tree and blue jays in the winter

Stumbled across this gorgeous book at the library. Written by Oriane Smith and beautifully illustrated by Alice Gravier, it’s a celebration of small moments. The artwork on the left shows the view from a child’s eyes, while the right panel shows the world from a squirrel’s perspective. #kidlit #PB

Board book “I am Scary” by author-illustrator Elise Gravel

Illustration of a monster and young girl

Illustration of monster roaring, but girl is not afraid

Illustration of group hug between monster, girl, and dog

“I am Scary” has been a hit in our house- Margot loves the illustrations, the yappy dog, roaring along with the monster, and… I’m pretty sure this book taught her the word “hug” and led to her now intentionally hugging us! 🥺 #kidlit #booksforbabies #boardbook @elisegravel.bsky.social

Board book, titled “Baby Play”

Board book, titled “I Am a Baby”

It’s been a while since I’ve posted! I want to get back to sharing some #kidlit books in this space. I’ll start with what my one year old has been loving lately- books that feature photos of babies and include rhyming.

Here are two that she requests over and over again!

Johns Hopkins Press will license its books to train AI models Authors at the Johns Hopkins University Press will be able to opt out of the AI licensing agreement until the end of August; if they do not, their work will be used to train AI models.

“Authors have until the end of August to opt out of the licensing agreement. If they do not, their work will be used to help train AI models.”

I’ve heard great things about Spark Books but haven’t checked them out yet, will have to get on that. Just visited the BFNR store again yesterday and it is full of so many lovely things!

Image of author presenting to auditorium of students and teachers

@soontornvat.bsky.social Christina Soontornvat came to my school today. Always an inspiration to hear from authors and see they ways they interact with kids. The students love her many books and were so excited to meet her (as was I!) #kidlit #booksky

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Our current read aloud is Finding Langston by Lesa Cline-Ransome, and the students are loving it. 📚 The other homeroom is reading Leaving Lymon. #edusky #kidlit

Book Bans Are Real. American Library Association

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has announced that it is arbitrarily dismissing student and parent complaints arising out of public schools’ documented acts of censorship and discrimination.
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On a side note, imagining possible cover art for my own middle grade book is a tool I used to motivate myself when writing my manuscript. I’m amazed by the work that illustrators do! I’m not published yet, so I’m going to keep dreaming of that book cover as I continue to query! 💕

Book cover of The Last Cuentista

In honor of the awards being announced today, I’ve been admiring The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera on my bookshelf. I think this has to be one of my favorite book covers of all time! The artwork, by Raxenne Maniquiz, is stunning. Do you have a #kidlit book cover that you love? 💙 📚

This morning’s view ☀️ ❄️ Grateful that I don’t have to go out in this extreme cold!

A playful book cover featuring the title "I'M BORED" in bold blue letters against a light blue background. An illustration of a young girl with pigtails, wearing a striped shirt, leans against the word "BORED" with a disinterested expression. The Junior Library Guild Selection gold seal is displayed in the lower-right corner, highlighting the book's recognition.

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A classic! I read that one from the library, so it’s sadly not on my shelf.

Thanks for the recommendation! I’ll have to check that one out.

Photo shows a stack of writing-related craft books on a bookshelf.

My home office finally has a dedicated bookshelf for #kidlit and #writing books. Do you have a favorite craft book? I’m planning to reread my favorite, Story Genius by Lisa Cron, in the new year! 💙📚

❄️ Best Christmas/Winter books for babies and toddlers? 🎄 We will check out seasonal books from the library when she’s older, but would love to get my 6 month old some books this year that she can enjoy for many holiday seasons to come! #kidlit #edusky #picturebooks #booksky 💙 📚

Flyer for an event at Beechwood Farms Nature Reserve on Feb. 9, 2025 with local author, ages 5-8.

There’s a cool Pittsburgh Local Author Event coming up with Elizabeth Pagel Hogan! #kidlit #pittsburgh

When people ask if I’m going “home” for Christmas… I understand the sentiment, but the only place I consider home is the safe, peaceful space I’ve created with my husband, daughter, and cats. There is no other home to go to. 💕 🏠

When you’re looking around a gift shop and see books by people you know! 🥰 #kidlit

Almost 6 months into motherhood and just experienced the most wonderful night of sleep! 😴

My daughter fell asleep within minutes of starting our bedtime routine and didn’t wake at all in the night. 🌙 I don’t know what magic was happening here, but thank you, universe!!! ✨

A rainy day at the conservatory ♥️ 🌱 #mindful #naturetherapy

What age range is this for? I teach 4th grade at an all girls school and am interested in whether or not it could work as a read aloud novel.

Thank you!! Will check that one out.

Teaching a Food & Culture unit this winter. 4th graders will interview a family member, bring in a recipe, write a narrative about a time they shared food with others, and learn about issues surrounding food insecurity. #Kidlit and #writingcommunity, please reply below with PB recommendations! 👇🏻📚

🎉 Thank you! And, yes, was hoping she would earn me some bonus points! 😂

Would love to read your verse novel. My first completed manuscript is also written in verse. 💕

Book cover THE TROUBLE WITH HEROES shows a surly 7th grade boy with a backpack and FDNY baseball hat standing on top of a mountain, looking into the distance. A drooly Bernese Mountain Dog looks up at him adoringly.

Time for a book giveaway!

If you'd like me to mail you an advance copy of my Apr. '25 MG novel in verse THE TROUBLE WITH HEROES, follow & share this post. Bonus entry if you also reply w/ a pic from a recent hike!

I'll draw winners on 12/1.

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